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Potatoes, boiled, cooked in skin, flesh, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Potatoes's Moderate rating is led by Potassium (19%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus44 mg4%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium379 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

Potatoes (Vegetables). Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 19%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate34 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Potatoes safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Potatoes is rated Moderate - Potassium is the highest contributor at 19% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Potatoes rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potatoes's Potassium is highest (379 mg, 19% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Potassium is in Potatoes?

In every 100 g of Potatoes, Potassium is about 379 mg - roughly 19% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Potatoes exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 379 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Potatoes compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Potatoes shows more Potassium (379 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.